Bob's Red Mill Adds Three New Varieties To Pearl Couscous Product Line

June 30, 2011
Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods added three new varieties of Pearl Couscous: Whole Wheat Pearl Couscous, Pearl Couscous, Tricolor Pearl Couscous.
Portland, Ore. –based Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods adds three new varieties of Pearl Couscous, also known as Israeli Couscous, to its distinguished line of more than 400 natural and organic whole grain products. Couscous is a staple in countries such as Israel, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia and Western Libya. A nutritious alternative to pasta and rice, couscous pearls are small beads of either toasted semolina flour or whole-wheat flour. Varieties include: Whole Wheat Pearl Couscous -- A robust, whole grain couscous featuring small beads of toasted whole wheat flour; Pearl Couscous -- A natural couscous featuring small beads of toasted semolina flour; and Tricolor Pearl Couscous (red, green and white pearls) -- An eye-catching, flavorful combination of small beads of toasted semolina flour -- some flavored with spinach and tomato and some naturally unflavored.All three varieties feature a unique nutty flavor that pairs well with a variety of sauces, meats and fish. They are also easy to prepare -- main dishes, sides and salads can be cooked in just minutes."Our new Pearl Couscous products contain a hearty dose of at least 6g of protein per serving," says Bob Moore, founder of employee-owned Bob's Red Mill. "We use only of the highest quality all-natural semolina and whole wheat flour, and we're excited to offer these products to our health-conscious consumers."Suggested retail price for a 16-oz bag is $3.99.